August 20, 2010

DESKTOP INSPIRATION

Today, I've decided to show a few of the images I've recently saved to my desktop. Things + places that inspire me. If Freud had a look at this collection, he might say that I desire to go make-out on the beach somewhere, and maybe squeeze in a little project! The first image is a dog-eared page from House & Garden magazine. I'm not sure of the issue date, but it's a chinoiserie-toile wallpaper {Schumacher, Nanjing} that I just love. To the right, is an iconic George Barris photograph of Marilyn Monroe. I had one of those Mexican sweaters in the 1970s, and would love to find one again. Any thoughts about where? I think Brook Farm General Store might have sold them last year? Next, a photo of a room at the divine Perivolas Hotel in Oia, on Santorini. I love the simplicity of the space and the color of the cotton coverlet is an absolute favorite at the moment. To the right... a sexy, sweet embrace between Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. I love this couple! A friend posted this image on Facebook and I am not sure of its original source. Then we move to a photo of Majorca with almost surreal looking umbrellas. They remind of Lulu's Italian umbrellas. And, finally... the chic Don't Tread on Me needlepoint canvas designed by Louis Gartner, Jr. that I first discovered on the wonderfulMrs. Blandings. I'd love to stitch this needlepoint canvas... maybe Art Needlepoint can re-create it! What inspires you lately?

It's a perfect day here on the Massachusetts coast and my sister is coming for the weekend! Have a great time this weekend wherever you are. oxo

9 comments:

Hi Barbara - I loved seeing what things, people & places inspire you. After seeing the photo of the embrace of PC/JB, one smoldering couple, I may just need to jump into the ocean, although that won't likely help as it is so warm!

I have to say honestly that I am lacking inspiration right now. Not sure if it's due to the lack of print magazines or what? I love the accessibility of images online, but sadly for me, just not the same. I'm showing my age, just like that fabulous Mexican sweater. It'll always be in-style; as for me, always questionable.

Oh my DT... you are the best!! I'm finding it tricky to write about any one particular thing at the moment. Life and work and fitting in a bit of beach time is not leaving much time for writing. Where might we find that Mexican sweater? I still love them... the really good ones. I am so happy my sis is coming! Big hugs back! ox B